1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Barchetta | Outback |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |